You lied before me
sleeping or
near slumber
breathing softly
I felt your breath
upon my face
and shivered in
delight
I stared at your
face
sleeping or
near slumber
trying to memorize
every detail
trying to commit
to memory
a love that
would leave
as soon as
you awoke
I longed to kiss
you
place my lips
upon yours
I longed to trace
the curves
of your skin
laying in front
of me
sleeping or near
slumber
Waiting for my kiss
Waiting for my touch
Waiting
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